MATLAB throwing Parse error when I attempt to display matrices?

This problem has occurred several times, and I am yet to find a fix. When i create a matrix, then attempt to display it, the central value runs a red line under it and is described as a parse error. ex:

a = 2:3:8

disp(a)

     2     5     8

In this example, the 5 displays with a red line under it, and is described as a Parse error. Any solutions to this?

Note: I am a complete novice at MATLAB, and coding in general.

Answer 1

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where you tried to use disp ? This should not throw any error..unless you copy 2 5 8 into your m file. If you want to copy it in m file use:

a = [2 5 8] ;